How to Add a Black Patina to Copper Repousse with India Ink or Sharpie

This video tutorial demonstrates how to buff India ink from copper repousse using steel wool, ensuring the ink remains in the concave areas. If India ink was not used previously, a Black Sharpie can be applied as an alternative, achieving similar results. The tutorial provides step-by-step instructions for applying Sharpie, ensuring complete coverage, and buffing it off the raised areas. The video concludes with guidance on cleanup and extending the design onto a mat using colored pencils.

What is the main reason for using steel wool gently when buffing India ink from copper repousse?

• To remove all the black ink

• To ensure the black ink stays in the concave areas

• To make the copper shiny

• To avoid scratching the copper

Why should you not use India ink if you didn't apply it in the last class?

• It is not suitable for copper

• It is too expensive

• It can damage the steel wool

• It takes too long to dry

What should you do if you find masking tape on your project after using Sharpie?

• Use India ink to cover the tape

• Leave it as it is

• Remove the tape and start over

• Use a Sharpie to color over the tape

What is the purpose of covering the entire copper sheet with Sharpie?

• To make it waterproof

• To prevent rust

• To ensure even coverage and avoid missed spots

• To make it easier to buff

What should you do with the steel wool pieces after finishing the buffing process?

• Store them for future use

• Throw them away

• Return them to the teacher if still usable

• Use them to clean the mat